ASIA

The Peninsula, Hong Kong

The ‘Grande Dame of the Far East’, as The Pen’s flagship property (rightfully) bills itself, has been gracefully welcoming visitors this side east of the Suez since1928. She doesn’t shout about her perfection – she doesn’t need to – good things come to those who seek them out. Light neutral-colored furnishings and walls elegantly lined with dark trimming, reminiscent of the luxurious travel trunks of gilded eras past. We can’t get enough of the impeccable service (and indulgent afternoon tea), which is oft copied but rarely imitated.

Best time to visit:

October to November

What we love

What we absolutely love about the property and feel sure will dazzle you too.

Heritage hotel with subtle integration of modern technology; easy-to-use tablets to do everything from laundry service to curtains, a VOIP phone for free international calls, a charging panel complete with chords for every gadget conceivable, and a personal printer/scanner for the concierge to get in touch in the most unobtrusive way possible

Transfers in a bespoke Rolls-Royce Phantom sets the bar high for the rest of The Pen experience

Recently reburb’d rooms that are simply classy; we love the Deluxe Courtyard Room in the old wing as well as the harbor-view suites